Swissotel Chicago


323 East Wacker Drive

City: Chicago

Illinois -- United States -- 60601-9722

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Check In Time: 3PM
Check Out Time: 12PM

Number of Rooms: 632
Number of Floors: 43

Year Opened: 1988

Year Renovated: All guest rooms 1997/1998 Swiss??ffice Business Center 1997 Meeting Rooms

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Swiss tel Chicago is an AAA Motor Club 4 Diamond property which combines classic European standards of hospitality and service with state-of-the-art meeting facilities and spacious guest rooms that possess magnificent views of Lake Michigan, Grant Park and the Chicago skyline.
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Room Amenities & Hotel Services

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Barber/Beauty Shop
  • Business Center
  • Concierge
  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • Express Checkout
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safe Deposit Box
  • Shops/Commercial Services
  • Fitness Center or Spa
  • AM/FM Alarm Clock
  • Coffee Maker in Room
  • Hairdryers Available
  • Mini Bar
  • Modem Lines in Room
  • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
  • Parking
  • Television with Cable
  • Laundry/Valet Services
  • VIP Rooms/Services



  • Hotel Description

    Swiss tel Chicago offers 632 air-conditioned, tastefully decorated and generously oversized rooms and suites. Designed by noted Chicago architect Harry Weese. Travel & Leisure named Swiss tel Chicago One of the Top 500 Hotels in the World.Magazine states, "You might write off the Swiss tel Chicago is the perfect business destination where rooms go for $179 and up. But, the all-glass triangular hotel, wedged into the confluence of the Chicago river and Lake Michigan has fabulous wrap-around views from Navy Pier to Grant Park - and weekend packages starting at $199 per night." - Swiss tel Chicago's first class service and accommodations, along with our European elegance, provide the perfect setting for distinguished tastes. Our staff caters to the needs and specifications of the discerning traveller and ensures guests receive the attention they deserve.


    Hotel Room Information

    Deluxe Guest Rooms (Standard): Our 632 oversized guest rooms and luxurious suites offer breathtaking views of the city and large work areas. Every room features superb amenities including robes, TVs with movie and music channels, marble bathrooms, multiline phones with modem connections, voice-mail, remote message retrieval and coffeemakers. In addition, Swiss tel Business Advantage rooms provide in-room fax machines. Room service is available 24-hours a day. - * 296 king-sized beds - * 281 double-double beds - * 19 handicapped rooms - * 5 Parlor Suites - * 25 Executive Suites - * 5 Duplex Suites - * 1 Presidential

    Swiss Business Advantage Rooms (Other): Our Swiss Business Advantage rooms feature oversized desk and work area, in-room fax machine, iron and ironing board, multi-line phones with dataport and voice mail, complimentary in-room coffee, complimentary use of our on-site fitness center and express check-out.

    Executive Suites (Suite): The 25 Executive Suites are lovely corner rooms with a 180 degree view, each Executive Suite has a separate sleeping and living area, two full baths and upgraded amenities with a wet bar, oversized work station, fax machine, coffee maker, mini-bar and refrigerator. King-sized or double beds are available. The Executive Suites have an apartment atmosphere with 1,200 square feet, a spacious work area and an inviting parlor arrangement. The bedroom has a master bathroom and a door to close from the parlor area. The parlor features an L-shaped pull-out couch and working area with full bath. Ideal for small families or long staying guests.

    Parlor Suites (Suite): The 5 Parlor Suites are 840 square feet and have a raised sleeping area and 1-1/2 baths. Ideal for meeting of up to four people because of its spacious parlor area.

    Duplex Suites (Suite): The dramatic space and windows of the five 2,200 square feet Duplex Suites are divided into 2 floors with a wet-bar and 1-1/2 baths. Bedroom overlooking parlor area featuring a large executive desk and dining room table for four people. Perfect for extensive social or corporate entertaining. Ideal for small families or long staying guests.

    Presidental Suite (Suite): Located on the 41st floor with commanding views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago Skyline, our Suite features marble foyer, fireplace, separate dining room for up to 10 persons, Grand Piano and a full bar. A office separates the living quarters from the parlor style bedroom and bathroom, equipped with a Jacuzzi, walk in shower and separate toilette.


    Local Restaurants, Bars & Nightclubs

    Currents Restaurant and Bar: New American cuisine with Mediterranean influences, a grand selection of newly released wines and a large grappa bar featuring over 30 grappas. - The ambiance encompasses a trendy yet relaxed atmosphere. Open for Lunch and Dinner.

    Geneva: Breakfast restaurant serving an American breakfast with European flair. - Can be transformed into banquet space for up to 140 people in the afternoon and evening hours. Open for Breakfast.

    In Room Dining: Relax and enjoy an elegant dining experience in the privacy and comfort of your beautiful guestroom. Our Chef has designed a menu to cater to your every craving no matter what time of the day. Available 24 hours.

    The Palm Restaurant: The Palm, Chicago's outpost of the Manhattan original offers fine dining and cocktails. Synonymous with huge prime steaks and jumbo Nova Scotia lobsters, the Palm is also known for its spirit of camaraderie and its "Wall of Fame", featuring the caricatures of celebrities and local VIPs.


    Driving Directions to the Hotel

    Starting Point  O'Hare Airport: Exit on Interstate 90/94 for Chicago. Exit at Ohio Street, head east to the eighth traffic light and make a right onto Wabash Avenue. Cross the bridge, and make a left onto Wacker Drive. Continue east to Swiss tel Chicago, 323 East Wacker Drive, right before the cul-de-sac at the end of Wacker Drive.

    Starting Point  Midway Airport: Take a left out of the airport going north to Interstate 55, Stevenson Expressway. From the end of the expressway take Lake Shore Drive North. As you reach downtown, get into the right lane. Exit at Randolph/Wacker. From the off-ramp, continue heading straight until you see the Wacker Drive sign and bear left as the sign instructs. Get into the right lane and take the ramp up to Upper Wacker Drive. Make a legal U-turn at the first traffic light, and pull into 323 East Wacker Drive, Swiss tel Chicago.


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    Local Information

    * 18 miles from O'Hare International Airport - * 12 miles from Midway Airport - * Located where the Chicago River meets Lake Michigan - * Steps from Magnificent Mile Shopping and Financial Center the "Loop" - * Near Casino River Boat Gambling (within 1-1/2 hours) - * Near Lake Resorts (within 2 hours) - * Near Oak Park - Frank Lloyd Wright Architecture - * Near Morton Aroretum and Arlington Race Track


    Local Airport Information

    O'Hare International, Midway, Miegs Field


    Area Attractions

    Alder Planetarium: The Alder Planetarium is a museum of astronomy and space exploration. Sky shows transport visitors to planets, moons, stars and distant galaxies, and covers the latest topics in space news. 1300 South Lake Shore Drive; (312) 922- STAR.

    American Sightseeing Tours: These companies have guided tours of Chicago in comfy air-conditioned buses. Bilingual guides are available. Choose from standard landmark tours as well as more specialized tours. 530 North Michigan Avenue, South Loop; (312) 427-3100.

    The Art Institute of Chicago: If we had to pick the single most wonderful thing about Chicago, it would be the Art Institute. Don't miss the internationally acclaimed Impressionist and Post Impressionist collection, the new Galleries of Ancient Art, the Galleries of Japanese, Chinese, and Korean Art and the Galleries of Modern Art 1900-1950. 111 South Michigan Avenue; (312) 443-3600.

    Chicago Architecture Foundation: The Chicago Architecture Foundation offers an exciting mix of tours, exhibitions lectures and special events designed to enhance the public's appreciation of Chicago's world famous architecture. 224 South Michigan Avenue; (312) 922-TOUR.

    Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio: The turn-of-the-century home and studio of America's most renowned architect features soaring spaces, colorful art, glass and bold geometric forms. Guided tours available. 951 Chicago Avenue, Oak Park; (708) 848-1500.

    Family Golf Center: Family Golf Center is a 9 hole par 3 course located in the middle of Chicago's downtown business district and is designed to be the ultimate golf and learning facility. The location allows area residents, business professionals and hotel guests to make golf an enjoyable part of everyday life. Club rental available. 221 North Columbas, lower level, Chicago, Illinois; (312) 616-1234.

    Lincoln Park Zoo: Located just 5 minutes from downtown Chicago. Free first class zoo, open 365 days a year. 2400 North Stockton Drive; (312) 294-4770.

    Museum of Science and Industry: Thousands of exhibits that demonstrate scientific principles, technical advances and industrial applications. Designed specifically for visitor participation offering an opportunity for involvment in a learning experience. 57th Street at Lake Shore Drive; (312) 684-1414.

    Shedd Aquarium: World's largest indoor aquarium offers more than 6,000 aquatic animals representing over 700 species from all over the world. Walk along the Oceanarium's Pacific Northwest coastal trail and see Beluga whales, dolphins, sea otters and seals. 1200 South Lake Shore Drive; (312) 939-2438.

    Wendella Sightseeing Boat Tours/Mercury Cruise Lines: Located on the north and south sides of the Michigan Avenue bridge, these trips are Chicago traditions, offering several tours of the Chicago River and Lake Michigan ranging from one to three hours. Wendella Michigan Avenue Bridge at the Wrigley Building; (312) 337-1446. Mercury Cruise Lines, Michigan Avenue, Bridge and Wacker Drive; (312) 332-1353.

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